Change Management

Change in life is inevitable. In fact, change, at some point and in some way, is one of the few certainties of human life. Change can occur at work, at home, on vacation, at school, anywhere our life takes. Sometimes, change is very much unwanted. At other times, it is highly desired. Either way, change cause the need for adjustment to a new situation. This situation can be good, bad, ugly or indifferent. In any case, after the change occurs, we are never the same as before.

It is up to us to manage change well. One of my favorite quotes about the essence of change management comes from a most cherished and influential book, As a Man Thinketh by James Allen.

Man is made or unmade by himself; in the armory of thought he forges the weapons by which he destroys himself. He also fashions the tools with which he builds for himself heavenly mansions of joy and strength and peace. By the right choice and true application of thought, man ascends to the Divine Perfection; by the abuse and wrong application of thought, he descends below the level of the beast. Between these two extremes are all the grades of character, and man is their maker and master. Of all the beautiful truths pertaining to the soul which have been restored and brought to light in this age, none is more gladdening or fruitful of divine promise and confidence than this – that man is the master of thought, the molder of character, and maker and shaper of condition, environment, and destiny. As a being of Power, Intelligence, and Love, and the lord of his own thoughts, man holds the key to every situation, and contains within himself that transforming and regenerative agency by which he may make himself what he wills.–Allen, J. (2008 ed.). As a man thinketh. Penguin Publishing Co.

Get Help With Change Management

If you are at a crossroads, if change is just around the corner or has just happened and you're having difficulties, talk to Dr. Z. Talking with a professional can really help in times of confusion, uncertainty, and doubt. A guided conversation can lead to discovering all the options, looking at the situation from another angle, working up more alternatives, and conducting a more thorough analysis of the real problem. Sometimes, the symptoms caused by change can be quite severe and they can affect the nervous system (anxiety, panic, depression are the most common) or other parts of the body (irritable bowel, cardio-circulatory issues such as high blood pressure, unexplained rashes, low energy, sleep disturbances, and others.) To make an appointment with Dr. Z, call (678) 554-5632 or fill out the online appointment request.